Recruiting Assistant

B.L. Harbert International is seeking a Recruiting Assistant for the International Group located in Birmingham, Alabama. The Recruiting Assistant will work closely with the Recruiters to support the Recruiting department and Hiring Managers. A high-level of confidentiality is required for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Input application information into applicant database
• Maintain applicant database and pull information as requested
• Create and manage phone, email and social media correspondence to candidates
• Create records to maintain applicant interactions and ensure updated applicant resumes remain on file
• Contact candidates to request information such as updated resumes, updated contact information and availability
• Share candidate information for review to appropriate managers
• Partner with Security Department to verify status of Security Clearance for candidates
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources or related field
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in Recruiting
• Social Media knowledge in advertising and sourcing applicants
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferences:

• Construction industry experience
• Basic knowledge of HR rules and regulations in regards to Federal and State Compliance

Physical Demands:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee must:

• Have the ability to repetitively use hands to grasp, reach above and below with arms, and work overhead
• Have the ability to stoop, bend, walk, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Have the ability to lift, carry and/or move up to 25 lbs. of weight in the form of paper, boxes, files, etc.
• Have the ability to sit for extended periods with occasional standing required
• Possess the manual dexterity to operate office equipment, filing, and perform specialized skills
• Possess a high degree of concentration necessary in a busy office environment

Work Environment:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee

• Must be able to work in an office environment
• Must have flexibility with hours in order to better accommodate business needs

B.L. Harbert International, LLC offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive US base salary, BCBS medical and dental, group insurance, 401K plan and paid holidays and vacation.

B.L. Harbert International, LLC is an EOE / Vets / Disabilities